Safety & Compliance Specialist

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

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• Manufacturing experience required.
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• Support the development and implementation of workplace safety programs to prevent accidents, injuries, and reduce workers’ compensation costs.
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• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT HazMat, EPA, and applicable federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.
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• Oversee hazardous materials handling, labeling, packaging, storage, transportation, and shipping documentation.
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• Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and support Hazard Communication (HazCom) programs.
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• Assist with wastewater management, hazardous waste disposal, and environmental compliance.
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• Conduct safety inspections, audits, incident investigations, and root cause analyses; recommend corrective actions.
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• Develop and deliver employee safety training, including chemical safety, HazMat handling, emergency response, and workplace hazard awareness.
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• Maintain safety and environmental records, regulatory reports, and compliance documentation.
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• Identify workplace hazards and collaborate with management to implement safety improvements.
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• Support fire prevention, emergency preparedness, and other EHS initiatives.
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Qualifications

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• 3–5 years of related EHS experience; bachelor’s degree preferred.
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• Knowledge of OSHA standards, DOT HazMat regulations (49 CFR), and environmental compliance requirements.
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• Experience with SDS management, HazCom programs, hazardous materials, and waste management preferred.
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• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
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• Ability to provide safety training, respond to emergencies, and work effectively across all levels of an organization.
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• Willingness to travel domestically up to 10%.
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• GSP, CSP, DOT HazMat training, First Aid/CPR/AED, or OSHA instructor credentials are a plus.
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• Bilingual skills are an advantage.
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